Instruction Manual Model No. GDCS - 150DCD

Precision Measuring Tool
For Depth Measurement

DIGITAL DEPTH GAUGE

Thank you for purchasing Niigata Seiki Digital Depth Gauge. This product is a digital instrument for measuring depth.
● For safe and proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual before use and follow the procedures
described. Keep this manual with the instrument for future reference.
● Keep this manual with the instrument if transferred or leased to a third party.
● For inquiries about this product, please contact dealer or Niigata Seiki at the address listed on the following page.

■PARTS IDENTIFICATION & FUNCTION④ Lock Screw⑤ [HOLD] Button③LCD Display⑥ Output Connector② Probe⑩ Scale① Base⑦Battery Cover⑨ [ON/OFF] Button① Base ···················· Reference surface placed on face of workpiece.
② Probe ··················· Insert into groove to measure depth.
③ LCD Display ········ Displays digital measurement.

④ Lock Screw ·········· Tighten to prevent the slide and display frommoving.
⑤ [HOLD] Button ····· When pressed, "HOLD"Icon appears on
Display and measurement will be fixed.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS⑥ Output Connector ······ Connect to optional Bluetooth Box tosend measurements to PC.

⑦ Battery Cover ············ Open to access battery.
⑧ [ZERO] Button ··········· When pressed, Display will read "0.00"⑨ [ON/OFF] Button ······· For turning power ON / OFF.
⑩ Scale ························· Supports LCD Display Unit.

Please Observe

To prevent harm to yourself or others, and to prevent damage toproperty, always follow the procedures marked by the following symbols.

WARNING:⑧ [ZERO] Button

Denotes a prohibition –You MUST NOT do

Denotes a requirement –You MUST do

Indicates risk of personal injury or property damage if not followed.
Use and store only in environment meeting the following
conditions:● Dry location protected from rain, water, and oils.

Read the manual and follow the directions.

・Use of product other than as described in this manual may
cause accident.

Use only for measuring.

・Use for any purpose other than measuring may damage orwear the instrument. Improper use may also cause accident.

Handle with Care.

Do not disassemble or modify.
・Disassembly may damage product or cause accident. For

・ Do not drop or subject instrument to excessive shock. Donot place under heavy objects. Improper handling may
cause damage or poor accuracy.

repair, please contact distributor or place of purchase.

・ Do not scratch instrument, for example by writing ID number.

Avoid using in high electric fields, such as nearfluorescent lights or switching power supplies.

● Location that is not excessively hot.
● Location protected from use by children and unauthorizedpeople.
・ Use in places contrary to the above may cause damage tothe product resulting in accident or injury.

Do not write on instrument with electric engraver.
・ Do not engrave instrument body or jaw, such as an ID
number with engraver or electric pen.

・ Incorrect value may be displayed on LCD

PREPARATION FOR USE● Wipe off oil, rust proofing, and dirt from measuring surfaces
and slide.
Contamination of surfaces may cause measurement error.

Before using, please follow the steps below● Allow the gauge and object to be measured time to reach thesame temperature.
A temperature difference between the object to be measured and the gauge
may cause measurement error. Allow time for the temperatures to equilibrate.

INSERTING ・ REPLACING BATTERYHOW TO USE■Power ON/OFF① To turn on, press the [ON/OFF] Button.
② To turn off, press the [ON/OFF] Button.
③ With power on, press the [HOLD] Button to fix the value on the display.

vemoRe① Slide cover in direction of arrow.
② Insert battery with (+) side outward.
③ Replace battery cover.
Notice Use only CR2032 typebattery■ Absolute Measurement

BatteryCover● Use care to avoid damaging

terminals when inserting battery.

● Terminals may be broken if battery is pressed straight down.
● Insert battery at angle, underneath the small hook, as shown.

① Turn on power, and loosen the Lock Screw.
② Place the Base on a flat surface, and push the Slide down. Whenthe Probe tip contacts the surface, press the [ZERO] Button. (Fig. 1)
The Display will read "0.00mm" and the gauge is ready formeasurements.
③ When placed on workpiece with Probe tip lowered into groove, thedepth of the groove will be displayed. (Fig. 2)
Fig. 1

Fig. 2Pressed Down

HookSlide In

Push down

Push down

Battery[ZERO]
Button

Slide
Slide

Terminals
Terminals

Base

Probe

Battery

TROUBLESHOOTING
Q. Nothing is displayed on LCD.
A. The battery may be running low, please replace battery with a new one.

Q. With power on, the number on the LCD does not change as
Display Unit is moved.
A. Please reset by removing battery for about 30sec., and then replacing.

Q. Nothing happens when buttons are pressed.
A. Make sure battery is properly inserted.

Q. The characters “MIN”, “MAX”, or “△” are displayed on LCD.
A. Cycle power, or apply several long presses to [HOLD] Button.
Use as normal once character is off.

Q. The correct value is not displayed.

Flat Surface

Workpiece■ Comparative Measurement① Turn on power, and loosen the Lock Screw.
② Place the Base on the Reference Part and push the Slide
down. When the Probe tip is in contact with the bottom of thegroove, press the [ZERO] Button. (Fig. 3)
The Display will read "0.00mm" and the gauge is ready for measurements.
③ When placed on workpiece with Probe tip lowered into groove,the difference in depth compared to the Reference Part will bedisplayed. (Fig. 4)
Fig. 3[ZERO]
ButtonFig. 4
Difference inDepth
compared toReference PartA. High humidity may cause dampness. Please dry off theinstrument and use only in dry location.

SERVICE● If Instrument is not working properly, or if you have any questions,please contact distributor or place of purchase.
● Please note, manufacturer is unable to respond to inquires or provide
service directly. Please contact distributor or place of purchase.

SPECIFICATIONS● Measurement Range . . . . . . . 0-150mm● Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.01mm● Instrument Error . . . . . . . . . . . ±0.04mm※Not including quantization error (±1 count)● Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Digit LCD● Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . approx. 20 min● Maximum response speed . . . Slide in pos. dir. · · · 1.5m/s
Slide in neg. dir. · · · 0.75m/s● Operating Temp. Range . . . . . . 0°C 40°C
● Storage Temp. Range . . . . . . −10°C 60°C
● Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (1x) CR2032 Lithium Battery● Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . approx. 2.5 years in normal use● Weigh: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240g
● Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CR2032 Lithium Battery (for test)

Workpiece

Reference PartAFTER USE CARE・STORAGE● After use, wipe off any dirt or oil from measuring surfaces,sliding surfaces, and exterior using a dry cloth and perform
rust prevention treatment.
For rust prevention, lightly apply anti-rust oil, or place in rustpreventive bag.
● Store with Lock Screw loosened.
If stored with Lock Screw tight, expansion due to temperaturechanges may cause excessive force which will cause
inaccuracy.
● Store in a cool, dry, and dark location in the provided case.
Keep out of direct sunlight and moisture, and please keep
secure from unauthorized personnel.
● Remove battery if Caliper will not be used for a long period oftime.

Niigata Seiki Co., Ltd.

6-15-22, Tsukanome, Sanjo, Niigata, Japan 955-0055
TEL: +81-256-31-5670 FAX: +81-256-39-7730

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